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Shukria Wiar

Cape Elizabeth,ME

Summary

Professional City Planner with over 25 years of municipal experience who possesses excellent communication and management skills, as well as a passion for helping the underrepresented population, looks to join an organization to propel this mission. Strong roots in the Greater Portland community and a skill for project development, management and implementation. Ability to connect with others and forge strong relationships and work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures. Adaptable and flexible to perform a range of tasks and work with many different offices and organizations across the spectrum. Energetic Volunteer offering outstanding telephone etiquette, social media and interpersonal skills. Well-trained individual with past experience working with children and elderly people. Punctual and dedicated to service. Outgoing Volunteer providing experience helping non-profit organization with daily tasks and needs. Friendly and helpful when assisting employees and visitors requesting services. Driven by cause to work diligently to accomplish measurable impact.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer and Intern Program Manager

Greater Portland Immigrant Welcome Center
01.2024 - Current
  • Develop and maintain structured volunteer and intern programs that meet the needs of the organization.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Women Lead

Greater Portland Immigrant Welcome Center
08.2023 - 01.2024
  • Designed, developed, and implemented the workforce Women Lead program component, while coordinating with GP IWC's other programs including the iEnglish Project, Business Hub, and Community Integration Program.

Community Planner

City of South Portland
09.2021 - 07.2023
  • Provided leadership and technical expertise in the review, amendment, development and preparation of the Master Plan, Zoning Ordinance, subdivision and site plan regulations and any other planning policy or regulatory measures required to implement the goals for future development of the City.

City Planner

City of Portland
06.2006 - 09.2021
  • Collaborated with staff and departments on recent computer upgrades and recommended changes in policies and procedures to improve the delivery of services.

Assistant City Planner

Laconia, NH
09.2004 - 06.2006
  • Manage project reviews for broad array of development projects ranging from educational institutional campus planning to housing developments.

Education

Master: Public Administration -

Clark University
05.2002

B.A.: Dual Degree in Biology and Environment Science & Policy -

Clark University
05.1999

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Excellent multi-tasking
  • Organizational aptitude
  • Process Implementations
  • Self-motivated
  • Outstanding Customer Service
  • Research and Analyzing Data
  • Strong skills in cultivating strong relationships
  • Positive Attitude
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Organized and Efficient
  • Attention to Detail

Timeline

Volunteer and Intern Program Manager

Greater Portland Immigrant Welcome Center
01.2024 - Current

Women Lead

Greater Portland Immigrant Welcome Center
08.2023 - 01.2024

Community Planner

City of South Portland
09.2021 - 07.2023

City Planner

City of Portland
06.2006 - 09.2021

Assistant City Planner

Laconia, NH
09.2004 - 06.2006

Master: Public Administration -

Clark University

B.A.: Dual Degree in Biology and Environment Science & Policy -

Clark University
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